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What does it mean?
Facing a strong opponent can instill great courage within you.
In plain terms
An enemy makes you braver.
What can you take from it?
Challenges from opponents build your courage.

Where it applies

  • competition
  • conflict
  • personal challenge

Putting it to work

  • embracing challenges
  • learning from opponents

Questions to consider

  • Who makes you braver?
  • Do you fear or welcome opposition?

Another view

Opponents can also destroy you if the power is too great.

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